Animal rights group PETA has come out and strongly condemned a cruel technique involving genetically modified pigs, calling it the “stuff of nightmares.” People were outraged to see the leaked footage that emerged exposing a Cambodian farming company–called “Duroc Cambodia”—of breeding pigs to have abnormally large muscles. The company also “offers artificial insemination kits available for just […]

“These ‘double-muscled’ pigs are made by disrupting, or editing, a single gene — a change that is much less dramatic than those made in conventional genetic modification, in which genes from one species are transplanted into another.

“As a result, their creators hope that regulators will take a lenient stance towards the pigs — and that the breed could be among the first genetically engineered animals to be approved for human consumption.”

Did you know that some horses can grow a moustache? More common in certain breeds such as the Gypsy Vanner, which is known for its luxurious mane and hair around its lower legs, it can occur to any horse that carries the right gene, male or female. Horse lovers on the internet seem to be divided […]

Did you know that some horses can grow a moustache? More common in certain breeds such as the Gypsy Vanner, which is known for its luxurious mane and hair around its lower legs, it can occur to any horse that carries the right gene, male or female.

Horse lovers on the internet seem to be divided in their opinions regarding the mustachioed mares. ”I find it to be the vilest thing ever….shave it! Shave it! Ugh!” Was the reaction of one horse owner. Another commenter was slightly less scathing but still skeptical, believing that “It’s kinda cute in a weird way, but if it was my horse I would shave it off for sure!!”

We at Bored Panda think these hirsute horses look just fabulous, especially when paired with an equally fetching mane-style. What do you think? Check out the elegant equines in the list below and vote for your favorite!

Whereas dogs often wear their hearts on their sleeves, cats are generally more enigmatic creatures, but these fifteen useful illustrations will help you to decode many of your feline friend’s most common quirks. Originally created by Adam Ellis, they were recently spotted on a veterinarian’s cork board by somebody called ItsJayOrDan, and as you can see below, […]

Whereas dogs often wear their hearts on their sleeves, cats are generally more enigmatic creatures, but these fifteen useful illustrations will help you to decode many of your feline friend’s most common quirks.

Originally created by Adam Ellis, they were recently spotted on a veterinarian’s cork board by somebody called ItsJayOrDan, and as you can see below, it’s clear that this particular vet has a good sense of humor. According to the pictures for example, when you see your cat wiggling back and forth, you might believe that they’re about to pounce, but it’s actually because cats have satellite transmitters in their butts and must periodically recalibrate to receive transmissions from their home planet. Likewise, when you see your cat rolling back and forth on the carpet, you might think it wants to play when in reality it’s probably just writhing in pain from eating some bad Thai food. Scroll down for more hilarious explanations for your cat’s seemingly normal behavior. They might not teach you much, but they’ll certainly make you laugh. (h/t: cheezburger) via boredpanda

A heartbreaking moment was captured when a vet squeezes out dozens of MAGGOTS from under a dog’s skin. The viral clip has been shared over 300,000 times. (scroll down to watch the full video) The footage shows a vet firmly squeezing the shaven side of a dog, pushing out the revolting sight of maggots. Thankfully the […]

“Because mangoworms in dogs is a common situation, African vets are pros at the mangoworm removal process. They understand the importance of getting the larvae out as soon as possible before the furuncles grow too big. The best technique? Popping them out like a pimple!”.

The best prevention is hygiene and checking your animal’s skin if they have rolled around in dirt and bushes—if you live in an area that the fly species inhabits.

A course of antibiotics is usually recommended for animals/humans to aid the victim from mangoworm furuncles. Regular cleaning will help the infected wounds from further degradation.

Sometimes, the Internet can be so completely outrageous that we almost have to take a few minutes to confirm that something we read or see is true. And often times, we hope that the news isn’t true. So when I heard that pharmaceutical companies have horse blood farms, my first reaction was anger. My second […]

Sometimes, the Internet can be so completely outrageous that we almost have to take a few minutes to confirm that something we read or see is true. And often times, we hope that the news isn’t true.

So when I heard that pharmaceutical companies have horse blood farms, my first reaction was anger. My second reaction was to do some research and find out if this was just some sort of fake news that would fit the narrative of “evil big pharma.”

And then, my third reaction was back to anger. That’s because you guessed it, big pharma has horse blood draining farms. Often they use horseshoe crabs for their blood draining needs. Sometimes they just use us and figure it out as they go along. Now apparently, they have driven up horse blood stock.

So you might be asking, why would pharmaceutical companies drain horses of their blood? Well, specifically, pharma extract’s pregnant mares’ blood. They are receiving in return, a specific hormone they use in their drugs. According to a petition on SumOfUs.com, Merck, Sharpe and Dohme (MSD) all caved under pressure and claim they’ve stopped this activity.

But blood farms will still operate as long as there are pharma companies willing to buy their products. Can you help push the next big player, Germany’s IDT Biologika, to cut ties with blood farms? We’ll be delivering your voices straight to IDT Biologika’s headquarters in less than two weeks — so please add your name now.

Blood farm conditions are worse than you’d ever imagine.

On farms in Uruguay and Argentina, our partners revealed that workers routinely take 10 litres of blood from the horse in a single extraction — almost a fourth of its total blood. That much blood loss can lead to hypovolemic shock, anaemia or even death.

It’s a hormone called PMSG that the pharma industry is after. Because the valuable hormone can only be found in the blood of mares in their early pregnancy, they are forced into repeated pregnancies and abortions. Finally, they are shipped off to be slaughtered once they’re too weak or old to become pregnant.

A magnitude 7.1 earthquake rocked central Mexico on Tuesday, killing over 230 people so far and injuring thousands. The earthquake comes less than two weeks after another, more powerful quake struck Oaxaca, leaving much of the region in ruins, and a large-scale rescue operation is currently underway to locate those trapped beneath the rubble. Frida […]

A magnitude 7.1 earthquake rocked central Mexico on Tuesday, killing over 230 people so far and injuring thousands. The earthquake comes less than two weeks after another, more powerful quake struck Oaxaca, leaving much of the region in ruins, and a large-scale rescue operation is currently underway to locate those trapped beneath the rubble.

Frida the Labrador plays an integral role in that operation. Working with SEMAR, the Mexican Navy’s canine unit, the brave rescue dog is currently hard at work searching for survivors. Equipped with her own personal protective equipment, including customized boots and goggles, Frida has saved over 50 people in her short career, a number of whom were rescued from the rubble in Oaxaca. Despite the double tragedy that Mexico has recently experienced, we’re glad to know that Frida is working around the clock to find the buried and rescue the injured. Way to go Frida!

Frida the Labrador is helping to rescue people affected by the recent earthquake in Mexico

If you have dog, you’ll want to keep an eye out for a deadly bug that is making our four-legged friends very sick. Called “the kissing bug” or “the assassin bug,” this insect spreads a sickness known as Chagas Disease. Chagas Disease is most common in South America and Central America, but it’s spreading. It can now […]

If you have dog, you’ll want to keep an eye out for a deadly bug that is making our four-legged friends very sick. Called “the kissing bug” or “the assassin bug,” this insect spreads a sickness known as Chagas Disease.

Chagas Disease is most common in South America and Central America, but it’s spreading. It can now be found in Texas, Louisiana, Oklahoma, South Carolina and Virginia. It’s an inflammatory, infectious disease that can infect animals and people alike. About 300,000 people are infected by Chagas Disease in the United States. In most causes, the infections are acquired outside of the U.S.

Dogs are particularly vulnerable to the disease. They can become infected by being in contact with the feces of an infected bug, which occurs through a bug bite. Once the parasite enters the dog’s body, it multiplies. Eventually, the infected cells become ruptured, causing heart disease.

Symptoms Of Chagas Disease In Dogs

Chagas Disease is often left undetected until it reaches its late stages. It’s important to know the signs of infection in dogs, to help catch Chagas Disease in your pet right away, should they become infected.

The acute phase may last several weeks or months. The symptoms in the acute phase may be the first signs that your dog is sick. Symptoms include:

Fever

Loss of appetite

Lethargy

Disease of the lymph nodes

Enlarged liver

Enlarged spleen

Abnormal heart rhythm

If the acute phase goes undetected, a dog will entire the chronic phase. Symptoms include:

Abnormal heart rhythm

Enlarged heart

Congestive heart failure

Check your dog regularly for bug bites, especially after they have spent time outdoors. Many bug bites have to power to make your pup sick, including fleas, ticks and mites. If you suspect that your pet may have contracted Chagas Disease, take them to a veterinarian immediately for treatment.

What young person doesn’t enjoy a good jumping session on a large trampoline? It’s certainly one way to get the kids outdoors and exercising. Of course, many adults enjoy the activity as well. And if your neighbors are within close proximity of you, you might catch a glimpse over the fence of them or their […]

What young person doesn’t enjoy a good jumping session on a large trampoline? It’s certainly one way to get the kids outdoors and exercising. Of course, many adults enjoy the activity as well. And if your neighbors are within close proximity of you, you might catch a glimpse over the fence of them or their kids leaping up into the air, having a blast on their trampoline. But the neighbors that took the video below never expected to see a Great Dane making use of the recreational device!

But when they figured out that the dog was jumping on a trampoline, they were tickled pink! And the big guy definitely seemed to be enjoying himself. The sight of his big ears flopping about and his silly, playful barks sounding is nothing short of adorable!

Great Danes are gleeful dogs. They’re also goofy, and despite their great size, they can also be extremely gentlecreatures. They love people, and they love to play! According to Pet Wave, young Dane pups can get what is called “the zoomies”. This is an outburst of frivolous, joyful activity, including jumping, spinning, and galloping around and over objects. It can be entertaining to witness such a romp, especially from such a large dog. And it seems the Dane in the video below still has plenty of his puppy spunk to spare!

Watch the Great Dane enjoy a playful romp on his owners’ trampoline!

And be sure to check out this adorable kitty, discovering the joys of a trampoline in her own way:

An Argentinian hunter has been trampled and killed by an elephant he was tracking in Namibia. Jose Monzalvez, 46-years-old, who held a legal hunting license, was among a professional trophy hunting poaching group comprised of another Argentinian and three Namibians. According to The Namibian Press Agency Mr. Monzalvez—an oil company executive—was killed on Saturday afternoon […]

An Argentinian hunter has been trampled and killed by an elephant he was tracking in Namibia.

Jose Monzalvez, 46-years-old, who held a legal hunting license, was among a professional trophy hunting poaching group comprised of another Argentinian and three Namibians.

According to The Namibian Press Agency Mr. Monzalvez—an oil company executive—was killed on Saturday afternoon in a private wildlife arena.

Mr. Monzalvez died 43 miles north-west from a small town known as Kalkfeld in northern Namibia.

Namibia police claim that one of the elephants charged at the hunting group before they were able to organize and shoot the animal, at which point Mr. Monzalvez became the animal’s target and was crushed.

According to Journal du Cameroun, a spokesperson for the regional police, Maureen Mbeha said, “the group were professional big game trophy hunters on a mission to kill an elephant.”

Family and friends have been informed of Jose’s death.

Sadly many elephants are still being killed by poachers and this is not the first time a hunter has been killed this year.

A few months ago on May 21, Theunis Botha—a South African hunter—was killed in Zimbabwe after he encountered a group of pregnant elephants.

The 51-year-old was leading a group in Gwai when he came across a herd of elephants. The animals began to stampede towards him, when one of Botha’s partners attempted to shoot the elephant, which then collapsed onto Botha, killing him.

Being that it was the middle of July, it was an unusually calm day on the Indian Ocean when a film crew caught an amazing sight on camera. After several fruitless hours, the crew witnessed a humpback whale in full breach. That’s when a whale jumps completely out of the water. And the breach the crew caught […]

Being that it was the middle of July, it was an unusually calm day on the Indian Ocean when a film crew caught an amazing sight on camera. After several fruitless hours, the crew witnessed a humpback whale in full breach. That’s when a whale jumps completely out of the water.

And the breach the crew caught on film is nothing short of astonishing.

The crew, which included four scuba divers, was off the shore of Mbotyi in Pondoland, Eastern Cape province, South Africa, in a small inflatable boat.

Their intention was to catch marine wildlife in action during the South African Sardine Run. The Run, world-famous, is where pilchard fish, or sardines, pile up in a mass migration along the east coast of Africa. Dolphins, birds and sharks then swoop into the long line of sardines to snack on them. And the sight can be wondrous.

But the crew was not expecting the humpback whale. The mother cow, who was swimming nearby with a calf, decided to pay them a visit. She first slaps her fins on the water then fully breaches, leaping into the air.

And as to why whales breach, they allegedly do it to gain attention!

“Leaping up in the air and splashing down is equivalent to the really keen kid in a classroom jumping up and down waving his arms,” said one marine biologist.

When the whale body slaps against the water, other marine life perk up and pay attention. And while a whale in full breach is an extremely rare sight, the cameraman was lucky enough to not only see it, but catch it on film!

According to the crew, a whale in full breach has never before been caught on video. So you know it’s a rare treat to be able to view the footage below!

Summer is officially here. The sun is shining, the birds are singing and the bugs are out in full force! It’s extremely important to check for ticks after spending time outdoors. They carry Lyme disease, the POW virus and other deadly diseases that can leave you seriously ill. If you have pets, remember, you’re not the only one […]

Summer is officially here. The sun is shining, the birds are singing and the bugs are out in full force! It’s extremely important to check for ticks after spending time outdoors. They carry Lyme disease, the POW virus and other deadly diseases that can leave you seriously ill. If you have pets, remember, you’re not the only one susceptible to ticks after being outside. Make sure you check your dogs thoroughly for ticks on a regular basis. That includes checking their mouth!

The post read, “Most people never even look inside their dog or cat’s mouth to see if there are any problems. With tick season in full force all over the country and many parts of the world, many of us have become accustomed to checking our pets for ticks thoroughly from head to toe when we’re done playing outside. One of the last places we would ever think to check (aside from under their tails) is inside their mouths.”

Ticks are able to find their way into small spaces. In dogs, that includes tiny gaps between the teeth and gums. When you check your dog’s mouth, keep an eye out for spots that look like food stuck in your pet’s teeth. A small dark spot might actually be a tick!

If your dog spends a lot of time outdoors, make sure to check them for ticks on a regular basis. If you find a tick hiding in your dog’s mouth, use fine-point tweezers to remove it.

The American Kennel Club explains, “Spread your dog’s fur, then grasp the tick as close to the skin as possible. Very gently, pull straight upward, in a slow, steady motion. This will prevent the tick’s mouth from breaking off and remaining embedded in the skin.”

They added, “Never remove a tick with your fingers—it’s not only ineffective, the squeezing may further inject infectious material. After you’ve removed the tick, make sure to wash your hands thoroughly, clean the bite site with rubbing alcohol, and rinse the tweezers or tool with disinfectant.”

Watch the video below to learn how to recognize Lyme disease symptoms in your pet:

A photo of an almost-completely-shaved husky has been making its rounds on the internet. Some dog owners, perhaps, in a bid to keep their pets cool, have been tempted to do the same thing to their four-legged friends. Shaving your dog’s hair as seen in the viral husky photo below might seem a harmless act, […]

A photo of an almost-completely-shaved husky has been making its rounds on the internet. Some dog owners, perhaps, in a bid to keep their pets cool, have been tempted to do the same thing to their four-legged friends.

Shaving your dog’s hair as seen in the viral husky photo below might seem a harmless act, but doing so can have hazardous results.

Huskies are a breed that contain a double coat. That means they have long outer fur that covers a shorter, denser coat underneath. The double coat serves to keep dogs warm in winter, but its role in the summer months is often overlooked.

It turns out, the double-coat on many dogs, such as that of a husky, serves to insulate against the summer heat.

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Reunions are absolutely beautiful. We often see, and hear stories, of people who reunite with their family and friends after years apart—they always leave us in tears. Something similar also happens when we hear reunion stories of animals and their favorite humans. These humans can be their owners, former owners, or even more importantly those […]

Reunions are absolutely beautiful. We often see, and hear stories, of people who reunite with their family and friends after years apart—they always leave us in tears. Something similar also happens when we hear reunion stories of animals and their favorite humans.

These humans can be their owners, former owners, or even more importantly those who may have rescued them from grave situations. And these reunions are often nothing short of being tear-jerkers as well. One such story of a reunion is that of conservationist Damian Aspinall and Kwibi the gorilla.

Damian hasn’t seen Kwibi in over 5 years. His organization, The Aspinall Foundation, has been working to reintroduce captive gorillas back into the wild, for the last 1o years. Kwibi was raised by Damian at Howletts Wild Animal Park located in England. When Kwibi turned 5, he was taken to the forest of Goban in West Africa and released.

Now 5 years later, Damian goes looking for Kwibi—he wants to meet him again. After traveling for several hours, searching for the gorilla, they finally find him, and the animal takes no time in recognizing his old friend.

Damian knew the dangers this escapade can pose to him. But ignoring all the odds against him, the man sets out to see an old friend that he helped raise for 5 years and later helped release into the wild, where he truly belonged.

Watch the amazing reunion below and tell us what you think about the gorilla’s reaction, in the comments below. If you enjoyed this video as much as we did, then please like and share it with family and friends, and help put a smile on their face!

As a huge fan of breakfast, I’m surprised I never knew all the weird egg shapes and sizes chickens can actually lay. Of course, I’ve also never spent any time on a farm — though I have usually relied on fresh, organic eggs anytime I whip them up in a yummy dish. That said, I’m definitely glad […]

As a huge fan of breakfast, I’m surprised I never knew all the weird egg shapes and sizes chickens can actually lay.

Of course, I’ve also never spent any time on a farm — though I have usually relied on fresh, organic eggs anytime I whip them up in a yummy dish. That said, I’m definitely glad I never came across quite a few of the more bizarre examples below when I opened up my carton.

Some of them seriously look like they came straight out of a sci-fi movie!

This is a great reminder at how nature can always keep us guessing. Take a look to see all of the weird egg shapes and sizes folks have found in their coops at one point or another.

Do you know someone who raises chickens? Be sure to SHARE all of these crazy eggs with them on Facebook!

9. Eggs With Multiple Yolks

This is a rare occurrence, according to Poultry Keeper, and is actually a flaw when found in eggs that aren’t meant to be eaten. It’s impossible for more than one baby chick to develop inside a single egg.

Over-vaccinating and the overdosing of pet vaccines has become a global issue. 5 lbs dogs are receiving the same dose of the rabies vaccine as 150 lbs Great Danes, and vets are now witnessing terrible side effects. via vaxxter

Over-vaccinating and the overdosing of pet vaccines has become a global issue. 5 lbs dogs are receiving the same dose of the rabies vaccine as 150 lbs Great Danes, and vets are now witnessing terrible side effects.

Since 1980, PETA has made a name for itself as the number-one authority on animal welfare. UK-based YouTube vlogger Calum McSwiggan, however, wants people to consider otherwise, and recently used a scathing Twitter rant to sound off on the organisation’s true colours. After recent investigations, PETA has come under fire for a lot more than just the […]

Since 1980, PETA has made a name for itself as the number-one authority on animal welfare. UK-based YouTube vlogger Calum McSwiggan, however, wants people to consider otherwise, and recently used a scathing Twitter rant to sound off on the organisation’s true colours.

After recent investigations, PETA has come under fire for a lot more than just the scantily clad women they use for marketing. In a March 2017 press release, the Center for Consumer Freedom revealed that PETA euthanized more than 1400 cats and dogs at its Norfolk, Virginia shelter in 2016. PETA defends their actions as ethically and economically necessary, but it’s becoming increasingly clear that their attention-grabbing media presence may be more important to them than the lives of animals.

McSwiggan’s thread, which has now attracted over 6 thousand respective likes and shares, is both shocking and resounding with Twitter users, most of whom had never dared to question PETA before. Follow the entire story below, and weigh in with your views at the end!

Meet Calum McSwiggan, a British YouTuber who vlogs about LGBT rights, mental health, and other social issues

Recently, he posted a scathing Twitter thread about PETA, and what he wrote may shock you

The thread has since gone viral with over 6 thousand respective shares and likes

“I can not believe I trusted PETA before,” one of many dumbfounded Twitter users commented

For some users, the revelations were no surprise…

Others, however, defended the organisation’s tactics

What do you think? Does PETA help or harm the animals they claim to protect? Tell us below!

Many people think animals are just dumb creatures with no feelings or emotions, but anyone who has spent any time with an animal knows that is just not true. Many animals feel happiness, anger, jealousy, and pain, much in the same way we do. Benjamin Tipps witnessed this firsthand when he was visiting family on Mother’s […]

Many people think animals are just dumb creatures with no feelings or emotions, but anyone who has spent any time with an animal knows that is just not true. Many animals feel happiness, anger, jealousy, and pain, much in the same way we do.

Benjamin Tipps witnessed this firsthand when he was visiting family on Mother’s Day.

A cow in a nearby field had been in labor for several days and was struggling with the birth. As Benjamin watched, the cow collapsedinto the grass.

He rushed over to see what was going on and when he got closer his heart broke. The sac holding the calf had burst, resulting in it being stillborn.

As soon as the mother cow realized her baby was dead she became sad and withdrawn. Benjamin’s heart broke for her and he knew he couldn’t leave her side while she mourned.

Benjamin’s wife, Kayla, captured the sweet moment when her husband laid down in the grass next to the cow to console her.

“She was crushed — just devastated, and she was tired from the labor,” Kayla said. “She laid down, and Ben laid down and was kind of massaging her and comforting her.”

“What a great heart this man has,” Kayla wrote when she posted the picture. “This momma cow lost her baby yesterday and Benjamin laid with her and petted her to try and comfort her. Such a sweet yet heartbreaking picture.”

Thankfully the cow’s heart is mending and she is doing much better now, but that hasn’t stopped people all over the world from sending their condolences. Thousands were touched by Benjamin’s tenderhearted actions.

“What a caring, loving person,” one person wrote. “I needed to see that and be reminded of the gentleness that can still exist in humanity.”

We can all learn a lesson from this kind-hearted man and be mindful to show others a little more kindness and compassion.

Was your heart touched by what Benjamin did for this heartbroken cow? So share this!